Canine Kids, LLC

04/30/2024

https://blog.greenacreskennel.com/2019/07/19/whats-shocking-about-shock-what-science-tells-us-about-the-use-of-shock-in-dog-training/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAR0vuSqza7vVbDfSdHWwXOpCe78TS2OjDrUvTMYXXNJ6Hx_woLcas2xdngY_aem_Ab3zFanXwJ4w5f10QVsy1MwsdEqtKGRZbjVcXIiNdhAnv-6P3WIRlxmvBSRbKCWG7KL9mjdELpuqI25xlWegTiQx

What’s Shocking about Shock – What Science Tells Us About the Use of Shock in Dog Training < A short link to this post – http://bit.ly/ShockBARK-JUL2019 > < UPDATED – 27JUL19 > < A short link to a podcast on this topic – http://bit.ly/WfMw-WhatShock-27JUL19 > < The original version of this...

04/08/2024

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04/08/2024

I LOVE using towels in so many creative ways for fun with my client's dogs!!!!

How to build your bond with your dog, using an old towel!

Canine enrichment with a towel can involve a variety of activities that stimulate a dog's mind and engage their senses. Here are some examples:

Hide and Seek: Take a favorite toy or treat and hide it inside a rolled-up towel. Encourage your dog to use their nose to find the hidden object. This activity not only challenges their sense of smell but also engages their problem-solving abilities.

Tug-of-War: Hold one end of a towel while your dog grabs onto the other end. Gently pull back and forth to create a game of tug-of-war. This activity can help build your dog's strength and coordination, as well as provide a fun bonding experience between you and your dog.

Towel Obstacle Course: Place a rolled-up towel on the ground and encourage your dog to jump over it, crawl under it, or weave around it. This activity can help improve your dog's coordination, balance, and spatial awareness.

Overall, using a towel in different activities can provide physical and mental stimulation for your dog while also fostering a strong bond between you and your dog. It is important to supervise your dog during these activities to ensure their safety and to always make sure the towel is clean and free of any potential hazards.

04/08/2024

We do similar types of stationary behavior for dogs as well!

Have you ever heard of a large hairy armadillo? Let us introduce you to our very own Ke$ha!

- She's approximately 15 years old.
- Her favorite treats include avocado, kiwi, banana, grapes, and even scrambled eggs.
- She's trained in what we call cooperative care, meaning she willingly participates in her own check-ups and care routines. She's a pro at standing on a bar for medical exams and loves meeting guests up close!
- Now, let's talk about her armor - With large boney plates and bands on her back, she's protected from predators. And, if she feels threatened, she can tuck her limbs under her armor and flatten her body to feel safe.
- The hair that gives Ke$ha her name isn't just for looks. It helps her sense her surroundings, almost like having whiskers! So, she's always in tune with what's going on around her.

Ke$ha can be seen in our Jack Hanna’s Animal Encounters Village about four days a week, but she also loves making appearances in guest encounters and tours, too. Plan your visit at https://www.columbuszoo.org/adventure-cove

04/08/2024

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04/08/2024

Just say NO to force, fear and pain training -- it's inhumane, and causes fear, not trust or bonding. It's a proven fact animals more readily do behavior when they enjoy learning it!!!!

By Ren Volpe

04/08/2024

One of my associates/colleagues doing great work!!!!

04/08/2024

🐶 🦷 We’re kicking off National Dog Bite Prevention Week. Let’s keep people and dogs safe and reduce the number of dog bites that happen each year.

🦷 ANY dog is capable of biting.

📢 Most dog bites are preventable!

✔️ By simply not touching our dogs or sticking our hands in our dogs food while they are eating or when they have a long lasting edible chew such as marrow bones, filled KONGs, or bully sticks we can keep our dogs from becoming stressed and biting.

✔️ Not reaching to interact with a dog who is behind a fence can people safe from bites.

✔️ Not patting dogs while they are invested in chewing one of their toys can prevent a bite from happening.

✔️ Not startling our sleeping dogs to pick them up or move them can prevent bites from happening.

🦷 Say it again! ANY dog is capable of biting.
‼️ This doesn’t make our dogs a bad dog!

👉🏻 Just like us, dogs are only going to be able to tolerate so much touching/affection while they are eating, sleeping, or are in a place where they feel safe and relaxed.

❓ Are you always happy when someone tries to give you affection? Are you always in the mood to be hugged?

❓Are you always cheery when someone disturbs you while you are sleeping? Do you like to be bothered when you are enjoying something you love?

❓Do you get cranky when you feel like you are being bothered even though the person is trying to be nice/friendly?

⚠️Dogs are sentient beings, just like us.

⚠️ We need to understand that just because we can do things to our dogs, it doesn’t mean they will always enjoy it.

03/22/2024

I get it....this isn't going to be as popular as other posts, but this message is really important.❗Especially if you have a dog with behavioural issues.❗❗
Reactive dogs especialy can have this very issue and it is a contributing factor.

Within a few minutes of arriving at a clients home and especially if they are reactive, I glance at a dogs claws.
The majority of the time they are overgrown and I can see the claws have caused their toes to splay out, the huge amount of tightness and tension in the foot and the way those long claws are causing pain to this dog.
I will explain to this client just how very important it is to keep a dogs claws short.....often I am met with jaws dropped and a statement of " I had no idea !".

What I cant describe in the graphic is when they grow too long and dogs walk on a hard surface and for some (if long enough) any surface... there is enormous pressure and pain from those claws being pushed back up. They cannot sink into the ground.
That pressure/energy has to go somewhere and it is right back up into the toe and paw, but that is often just the start of the issues.
That causes a change in how paws move...that changes how joints move...that changes how hips move.
From a few long claws a dog can be in pain in multiple areas in their body.

They are not like our nails at all.
If we have long nails, no problem....it usually doesn't cause us any issues at all.
For dogs though.... they can be in incredible pain and will NOT show it in ways we may recognise easily....however they certainly DO show it in their behaviour.

"I will just walk more on concrete"....
Concrete walks are usually not enough to wear down long claws as they can grow much faster than they are worn down.
Those same concrete walks can also cause serious pain.

The remarkable thing about dogs claws is the nerve/blood supply shrinks back just a little when the claws are cut.
If you have a dog with clear claws you can usually see this as a pinky/red core inside the nail.....DONT cut that.
Trim the claws often enough and that pinky/red core will start to shrink back every time (even if it is a mm)....Over a few weeks or months, that is how you get short claws.
If you need help, see a groomer or a veterinarian.
If they are really long you will need multiple visits (if you are unable to do this yourself).
If you have a dog with black claws, get a trusted groomer to do this or show you how and when to stop.

Cutting claws isn't a cure for behavioural issues....but the pain associated with them can be a major contributor.

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03/22/2024

Just like children, dogs love to play. When you combine learning with play, they retain that information that much quicker. Positive reinforcement training is all about making learning fun!
Contact us today to start your dog on their learning journey! www.sitsnwgglescle.com

03/12/2024

YES!!!!! My clients always ask why their dog is so attentive to me . . . it's because I reinforce the behavior I/they want the dog to repeat!!!!

No need to be stingy now 🍪

Special thanks to FDSA instructor Caden of for today's dog training tip 🙌

03/12/2024

I'd be a wealthy person if I received a $1 for every time I hear a client say their dog is being stubborn, naughty, dominant, does it on purpose, knows better, is mad at me, is getting back at me . . .

https://www.facebook.com/seespotlearn/posts/809631541172873

12/22/2023

Be aware of the possible issues/accidents that can happen with collars -- we almost had a tragedy with one of our dogs as well as one of our cats.

Here are five ways collars can potentially harm your dog, along with some tips for safe, responsible collar use.

08/18/2023

https://germanshepherdshop.com/blogs/list/how-much-food-should-you-feed-your-dog-puppy-to-adult?fbclid=IwAR2iBDnxFmRYxq3UOlbZBgnFXG5hbZVJtG72WdDvdyXZpgR3s2jib8IwfQQ

Knowing how much food to feed a dog isn’t as simple as it sounds. Since each dog is unique, their individual needs vary. Plus, their dietary needs change as they age, when their activity level increases or decreases, or their health status changes.A dog’s weight can fluctuate throughout their li...

06/24/2023

If your pet is anxious with fireworks, now is the time to talk with your veterinarian about ways to help alleviate this anxiety.

06/23/2023

As a separation anxiety specialist, there is nothing more beautiful and satisfying than a sleeping pup while his pet parents are away!

02/21/2023

Vive La France!!!! Come on, U.S.!!!

MPs voted to outlaw collars with spikes, electricity or which tighten without a means of restricting this

02/21/2023

10/29/2022

10/29/2022

https://petprofessionalguild.com/

10/29/2022

Oh soooo true!!!

10/21/2022

My pup after her bath!!!

10/18/2022

Music to a trainer's ears after a consultation, "I really enjoyed learning, I'm interested in furthering training, I really like your vibe and how you seem to read my dog so well. I'm excited to learn!" (Photo of my pup resting as I type this :) )

10/12/2022

If by "training" you use electronic shock, prong and choke collars paired with positive punishment FYI that is not training it is abuse.

10/06/2022

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09/09/2022

There is great value in having a solid understanding of canine facial expressions and their accompanying body language and behavior.

08/19/2022

The Many Potential Causes of Diarrhea in Dogs 🐕💩

Diarrhea can take many forms, and different types of loose stools may be a sign of a health problem. Here’s a list of health issues that can cause diarrhea in dogs. 👇

Today’s free article is all about diarrhea in dogs. Find out how to deal with it here: https://bit.ly/3dj5MvT

08/07/2022

Have you ever heard of a big dog suddenly chasing and killing a much smaller one? Perhaps they were playing even, just before the sudden switch. I have. It's unfortunately happened in the last few years in my own village. It's devastating, it's unpredictable, and it's real.

Importantly, IT IS NOT AGGRESSION. It's a phenomenon called predatory drift and it's why my own canine family are managed so closely and responsibly.

Pictured are two of our dogs. Little and large. Beast and button. Big sis and little sis. Call them what you like, but just because they know each other VERY well does not mean they will ever coexist together like similar sized dogs can. It would just not be safe. And it would be neither of their faults.

Just a run and squeal from the little'un could trigger off the big'un. Any "prey-like" behaviour and she could trigger off instincts in her that are akin to a wolf catching and ingesting prey. It's instincts, not aggression. It's not even a choice she would be making.

ALL DOGS CAN BE TRIGGERED INTO PREDATORY DRIFT if the environmental circumstances around them trigger it off e.g. if they're around a dog much smaller than themselves. Daycares for example and even dog walkers need to be aware of this when mixing breeds.

The risk of predatory drift is heightened as well if:

* There is more than one large dog to the small
* They are allowed to play (which has its risks just for sheer size differences as well!)
* The smaller dog is in any way fearful and likely to run, whine or squeal
* The dog is likely a "finisher" i.e. would normally not hesitate to catch a squirrel and eat it right then and there. Some parts of the predatory sequence have been enhanced and/or inhibited in some breeds, but some dogs would still exhibit the full sequence from eye to kill to digest.

How do we manage our family?

* The dogs are never walked together without the both of us humans present. EVER.
* We use long lines as a management tool
* We keep all walks calm and environment focused.
* Absolutely no direct interactions with each other is encouraged on walks. They are in fact called away from any direct interactions.
* They are kept in separate rooms in the house. ALWAYS.
* We do not slack on our management or supervision even for a second. Because that's all it could take. And again, it would be neither of their faults.

(It is our choice to implement this level of management from our own risk assessment of these particular dogs since our family joined together a year ago. Our dogs also have other difficulties beyond the risk of predatory drift so strict management is key for their safety).

As you can see the size difference is significant. They have a lovely relationship. Their tails will wag when they see each other coming into the house and they will touch noses either side of the baby gate. But being the "best of friends" wouldn't stop an accident happening. Predatory drift is not born out of anger, frustration, dislike of one another. It's completely separate. The only way of ensuring it doesn't happen is through awareness and management.

A quick google search will bring up lots of articles on predatory drift and the risks. It is important to be aware of this, whether you're the guardian of a giant breed, or guardian of a toy breed, or frankly, anything in between. Predatory drift between dogs is not too common, but it always has devastating consequences.

Knowledge and awareness is key 🐾💜

Please note: predatory drift is NOT dogs fighting as a result of over stimulated play. Predatory drift is NOT dogs arguing over a resource such as food. Predatory drift is NOT dog-dog reactivity. There are many reasons why one dog may show aggressive behaviour responses to another and the majority of them would not count as predatory drift.